On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with Tamim Raad, the Principal and Co-Owner of Access Planning, a firm focused on infrastructure and policy-based advisory and strategic planning work. Ratna and Tamim discuss all kinds of topics around the infrastructure space, including: strategies for getting stakeholders to trust the process, important learning moments, how to build an optimized city from the ground up, and more! So press play and listen to another insightful episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada.

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with Clare Newman, President and CEO of the Trust for Governors Island. Ratna and Clare delve into the multifaceted world of island management, as Clare provides a behind-the-scenes look at her role, the island's funding model, and creative initiatives like the Working Dogs program to tackle geese issues. Discover how Governors Island continues to evolve as a vibrant hub of recreation, culture, and sustainability in the heart of New York City. So press play and listen to another fascinating episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada.

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with former U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer and the visionary author behind "Recoding America,” Jennifer Pahlka. Ratna and Jennifer discuss the crucial intertwine of technology, policy implementation, and government capability; and Jennifer sheds light on the complexity of civil services, the necessity for reforming cumbersome processes, and her optimistic view toward utilizing digital technology for effective policy implementation. So press play and listen to another insightful episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada.

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with Co-Founder and Principal of Partners in Public Innovation, Ryan Hunter. Ryan shares how PPI helps public organizations solve their trickiest problems, how he encourages leaders to take risks, and why he enjoys working with public servants who are committed to making a difference. So press play and listen to another fascinating episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada.

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin is speaking with Transportation Consultant and MTA Board Member, Midori Valdivia. Midori’s previous roles include serving as Chief of Staff to Chairman & CEO at the MTA, Deputy Commissioner of Finance and Administration at the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission, as well as analyst and advisory positions at the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. She sits down with Ratna to talk about the many transportation issues she has championed, addressing challenges at the MTA, how to increase representation across the urban planning sector, and more. You don’t want to miss it!

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with Northern California Regional Director at California High-Speed Rail Authority, Boris Lipkin. Boris shares the story of high speed rail in California, what he has learned from high-speed rail systems abroad, and what it takes to overcome challenges to bring a new, state-of-the-art rail system to the Golden State. You won't want to miss it!

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin is joined by historian, author, and professor, Dr. Peter Norton. Peter specializes in the history of technology, especially in the world of transportation, and he is the author of Autonorama: The Illusory Promise of High-Tech Driving. Peter joins Ratna to discuss the history of car-centric policy, how driverless cars can create more problems than solutions, and the lessons we can learn from the past. You surely do not want to miss this episode!

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On this episode of Infrastructure Momentum Makers, presented by Ansarada, host Ratna Amin sits down with Paul Supawanich, Director of Programs at Global Designing Cities Initiative, a company with a mission to inspire a shift toward safe, sustainable, and healthy cities through transforming our streets. Paul is here today to discuss his role as director of programs, what programs at GDCI he’s most excited about, and all the ways they are working to make cities safer, more equitable, and more sustainable. You won't want to miss it!

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